Iranian expansionism, not really good news and note, they said it is possible because of lifting of the sanctions/embargo. 80 comments at website. Naharnet is pretty neutral.
Boroujerdi: Iran Willing to Arm Lebanese Military Shall Government Approve
إقرأ هذا الخبر بالعربية
by Naharnet Newsdesk 14 hours ago
Chairman of Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee Alaeddin Boroujerdi, said on Friday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to send military aid to the Lebanese army shall the Lebanese government authorize it.
“Iran's permanent and firm stance is to stand by the brotherly Lebanese Republic of Lebanon, government and people. We therefore reiterate our firm will in the field of arming the Lebanese army,” said Boroujerdi after placing a wreath on the grave of slain Hizbullah official Imad Moghnieh and his son.
He added that the issue “has been seriously discussed with (former) Defense Minister Samir Moqbel during the latter's visit to Iran.”
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